Logistics and Shipping Operative

Techunite Ltd are recruiting on behalf of a leading technology solutions company for a logistics operative. 

You will be working under the operations team based out of the Reading office, supporting manufacturing processes by organising the shipping of customer orders to various allocations around the world. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Use online portals to create daily shipping requests to support customer orders 
• Provide all documentation to the Manufacturing team to enable smooth transit of customer orders to customer sites worldwide 
• Monitor customer shipments and implement solutions to resolve any problems that arise
• Identify both process and cost saving improvements in the process
• Maintain good understanding of global shipping requirements
• Assist in arranging inbound shipments of stock from suppliers
• Support audit tracking by ensuring suitable shipping records are kept 

Key Experience & Skills 

• Previous experience in an international shipping role is essential
• Attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to build good relationships with couriers and team members
• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn and develop
• Ability to understand and interpret laws and regulations
• Technical competence in Microsoft applications 

Perks and Benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Annual Merit Reviews
• Career Chats
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• Education reimbursement program (£500 per year)
• Half Day Fridays in the summer
•  Paid Volunteer time off (1 day per year)
• Private Healthcare (after probation)
• Referral program (£1000)
•  Social events
• Training program